IN THE SPIN OF A WHEEL

In the Spin of a Wheel is the powerful true story of Ted – a high-achieving athlete, leadership consultant, and passionate outdoorsman – whose life changed in an instant on ANZAC Day 2009. A cycling accident left him with a broken neck and spinal cord injury, unable to move anything below his neck for the start of his next journey.

From a childhood spent in the water and on his bike, to representing top-level teams in numerous sports, Ted loved his sport. He later turned this passion into purpose, completing university studies in Business Management, Psychology, Social Psychology, Positive Psychology and Sports Studies. He also founded a leadership consultancy that worked with professional sports and business leaders alike.

But everything shifted in the spin of a wheel.

Told with honesty, grit, and quiet optimism, this is a story of profound transformation – of adapting to life with limited mobility, of redefining identity beyond physical ability, and of the fierce devotion of a partner who never left his side. In the Spin of a Wheel is a deeply human reminder that life may change in an instant, but courage, connection, and purpose can still endure – and even flourish.

In the Spin of a Wheel doesn’t just tell a story – it offers insights. Woven through Ted’s journey are practical tools and reflections that anyone can apply to life’s toughest moments. From mindset shifts to small daily strategies, the book shares lessons in resilience, purpose, and adapting when life doesn’t go to plan.

Whether you’re navigating change, supporting someone through hardship, or simply looking for inspiration, there’s something in these pages you can take with you.